The Life Of Emma Thursby, 1845-1931 - Paperback

The Life of Emma Thursby, 1845-1931 is a biography written by Richard McCandless Gipson. The book chronicles the life of Emma Thursby, a renowned American soprano who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Emma Thursby was born in New York City in 1845 and began her musical career as a pianist, but soon discovered her talent for singing.The book follows Emma's rise to fame as a singer, including her performances in Europe and her collaborations with other famous musicians of the time. It also delves into Emma's personal life, including her relationships with her family, friends, and romantic partners.Throughout the book, Gipson offers insights into the challenges and triumphs that Emma faced as a female performer during a time when the music industry was dominated by men. He also provides historical context for the social and cultural changes that were taking place during Emma's lifetime, such as the rise of feminism and the changing attitudes towards women's roles in society.Overall, The Life of Emma Thursby, 1845-1931 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating look into the life of a talented and influential female musician.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.